West Chester Township
West Chester Township, OH, USA
Jun 02, 2022
Full Time
The CS Director reports to the Township Administrator and oversees a department of 33 employees supported by a Roads and Maintenance Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent. The department is unionized, with 24 employees represented by AFSCME.
The CS Director is responsible for developing short-, mid-, and long-term goals for the department based on analysis of the current state of Township infrastructure and expected future needs. Maintaining positive, cooperative working relationships with other entities such as the Butler County Engineer’s Office, utility providers, developers and neighboring entities is essential to the success of the department and the Township.
The CS Director must possess strong financial skills and is tasked with making fiscally sound recommendations to Administration regarding infrastructure projects. The CS Director prepares and monitors the department budget and providing management oversight for all functional areas within the Department, including these key essential duties and responsibilities:
Relationship Management : Coordinates interactions with the Ohio Department of Transportation, the Butler County’s Engineer’s Office, the Butler County Transportation District (TID), and other entities required to perform the functions of the department.
Employee Development : Evaluates development needs of department employees and creates career development plans in conjunction with department supervisors and HR.
Citizen Engagement : Ensures high level of service to West Chester residents and business owners.
Employee Relations : Maintains constructive relationship with union and encourages open communication with all levels of staff.
Infrastructure : Is a strong advocate for the Township when designing, bidding, constructing and accepting public infrastructure projects.
Private Development : Works cooperatively with other departments and government agencies to inspect and approve private development plans.
Budgeting : Prepares and presents Capital Improvement Budget for Township infrastructure improvements and department equipment needs.
Contracted Services : Manages contract with outside vendor for facility preventive maintenance programs and janitorial services.